My Oily Skin - Page 4

BarbiHollywood · ‎11-09-2011

@monicakm That's so funny -- you like it, but not IN the store! I take coffee black, that's why I think there's is just bitter. I do like their light roast and only get a cup when I'm cruising the Target aisles. I enjoy it even more than usual when I'm strolling through the store and all the young Mommies have screaming kids in tow!!! (Been there, done that, that's why it's sooo good now!! LOL!!!)

San Antonio Gal · ‎05-18-2017

@Jordan2 wrote:
I'm the OP, I just got back from the dermatologist. The visit went well, she froze a couple of things and scraped off something else ( being light skinned I was a good candidate for it minimal scarring). I asked about my oily skin, she said you can't turn a gland off, I could take Accutane, so it's a no for me. As far as age spots I could get laser surgery but that's costly. She gave me a prescription for hydroquinone cream 4% but it's not covered by insurance.

@Jordan2 - I bet the hydroquinone will work great for you. What about Retin A? Have you considered? When you go back, you should ask your derm about it.

Jordan2 · ‎03-16-2010

@San Antonio Gal wrote:
@Jordan2 wrote:
I'm the OP, I just got back from the dermatologist. The visit went well, she froze a couple of things and scraped off something else ( being light skinned I was a good candidate for it minimal scarring). I asked about my oily skin, she said you can't turn a gland off, I could take Accutane, so it's a no for me. As far as age spots I could get laser surgery but that's costly. She gave me a prescription for hydroquinone cream 4% but it's not covered by insurance.
@Jordan2 - I bet the hydroquinone will work great for you. What about Retin A? Have you considered? When you go back, you should ask your derm about it.

@San Antonio Gal I'm going to try the hydroquinone, she told me to start in September. I got a prescription for 3 months with 2 refills. Insurance won't cover the prescription so that's on me. I actually don't need to go back until my next annual visit.

SilleeMee · ‎05-22-2016

HQ won't do anything for oily skin. It's made to reduce hyperpigmentation.

San Antonio Gal · ‎05-18-2017

@SilleeMee wrote:
HQ won't do anything for oily skin. It's made to reduce hyperpigmentation.

@Jordan2 - I wasn't clear in my post. Hydroquinone will work great on spots on your face - not for the oily skin. I've used it in the past. Good luck and keep us posted.

Jordan2 · ‎03-16-2010

As I have stated I have extremely oily skin, nothing I do stops my face from becoming an oil slick. Yesterday I tried an experiment, I used my sunscreen and Glossier primer that is good for oily skin. I didn't use foundation, my skin didn't break out in an oily mess all day. I guess the culprit for me is foundation (doesn't matter type or brand). So I guess I either I go foundationless or use a foundation and have an oil slick.

Franklinbell · ‎01-04-2015

@Jordan2 Wisdom Spots!! I am screaming!! Good luck at the Derm! I love mine. She attends alot of interesting events and I enjoy hearing about her travels. I went to poetry reading one time because of her patients was performing. It was fun!!

Franklinbell · ‎01-04-2015

@Jordan2 Glad all went well! I am like you. Its always something. Could you check on the programs like Good RX to see if it is covered? Might help!

Jordan2 · ‎03-16-2010

@Franklinbell wrote:
@Jordan2 Glad all went well! I am like you. Its always something. Could you check on the programs like Good RX to see if it is covered? Might help!

@Franklinbell I have used hydroquinone prescription strength faithfully for 6 months. The spots have lightened up but didn't disappear entirely. I'm not going to use it anymore, I don't think the spots will lighten any further. I can't afford laser surgery so I will just live with them.

Franklinbell · ‎01-04-2015

@Jordan2 Hey! Good Rx is a dscount rx program. Sometimes if a prescription is covered it may be at a discount. There are several plans available, Good Rx, Single Care to name a few. You go to the website and plug in your med and will tell you much it costs. It can very helpful if a med is not covered. it cant hurt! Hope that helps you!!